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This might tempt your sweet tooth
Read full article: This might tempt your sweet toothChocolate is one of the most popular candies on the planet, but did you ever think about how it’s created? We asked the owner of Dwaar Chocolate in Keego Harbor to explain how they transform raw cocoa beans into smooth chocolate bars.
Mindo Chocolate Makers brings bean to bar Ecuadorian chocolate to Ann Arbor
Read full article: Mindo Chocolate Makers brings bean to bar Ecuadorian chocolate to Ann ArborMindo’s new Tree Town retail shop softly opened its doors in early December but will host its grand opening from Friday, Feb. 18 to Sunday, Feb. 20.
This new show is a chocolate meltdown just in time for some Halloween fun!
Read full article: This new show is a chocolate meltdown just in time for some Halloween fun!Believe it or not, Halloween is just four weekends away which means it’s time for some scary good fun and of course, chocolate. One new show is combining the two by leaving the lights on at an amusement park after the doors are closed to guests, but the park will not be empty. It’s all for the new show “Chocolate Meltdown” after dark.
How to make a charcuterie board like a true Cheese Monger
Read full article: How to make a charcuterie board like a true Cheese MongerThis Friday, June 4th, is National Cheese Day. Now you’ve probably seen how to pair wine with cheese, and maybe even beer with cheese... but how about pairing cheese with other accouterments like nuts, berries, and jam? How do you make a killer charcuterie board at home?
Detroit’s Bon Bon Bon opens new Ann Arbor location
Read full article: Detroit’s Bon Bon Bon opens new Ann Arbor locationANN ARBOR, Mich. – Bon Bon Bon has finally opened the doors to its new Ann Arbor location. The Ann Arbor location is Bon Bon Bon’s third brick-and-mortar, with sister retail locations in downtown and Midtown Detroit. “As a chocolatier who grew up halfway between Detroit and Ann Arbor, I am thrilled that Bon Bon Bon has the same opportunity to fall in love and feel at home in these two totally unique and vibrant places," Clark said in a release. It’s a dream come true!”As the brand has grown over the past six years, it has been manned by The Babes Babes Babes, a staff of around 20 confectioner champions who package over 320,000 chocolates each year. Bon Bon Bon will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 6 p.m. on Sundays.
Tee’Licious Dessert Creations opens in Ann Arbor’s Briarwood Mall
Read full article: Tee’Licious Dessert Creations opens in Ann Arbor’s Briarwood MallBased in Southeast Michigan, Tee’Licious Dessert Creations has brought its chocolate-covered grapes and chocolate heels to Ann Arbor. Most people have never heard of it.”The dessert company also offers catering services. Stewart said the new location is exciting as Briarwood is a busier mall and Ann Arborites are still getting to know the dessert company. Mall patrons can visit during mall hours of operation as well as from noon to 6 p.m. on Sundays. Tee’Licious Dessert Creations is at 100 Briarwood Cir, in the Briarwood Mall Dining Pavilion.
Celebrates International Chocolate Day with Jojos Treats n' Sweets
Read full article: Celebrates International Chocolate Day with Jojos Treats n' SweetsJojos Treats n' Sweets owner Joanne McGinn stopped by via Zoom to share some of the unique chocolates and desserts offered at her store. In addition to the classic white, milk, and dark chocolates, Jojos has several unique flavors and styles of candies. One unique chocolate option Jojos offers is their ruby chocolate, made from a rare breed of cacao. She also says they carry a Swiss chocolate that doesnt contain soy lecithin, which makes it a great option for anyone who cant have soy. McGinn also showed off her technique for making Jojos popular chocolate and caramel covered pretzels.